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iSAFF 2026 : Excellence In Short Filmmaking - North America

WINNER - Anatomy Of A F*ckboy
From the casting to the pacing to the sharpness of its storytelling, this year’s winning film knows exactly what it is—and exactly what it wants to say. What begins as an irresistibly entertaining exploration of a “fuckboy” becomes something much smarter and more revealing.The film takes us on a journey from being charmed and potentially duped to seeing people—and ourselves—with greater clarity. It asks provocative questions without sacrificing its sense of fun, finding genuine insight beneath the comedy.

iSAFF 2026 : Excellence In Short Filmmaking - North America

HONORABLE MENTION - THE CURFEW
Our first Honorable Mention is a technically accomplished and thoughtfully crafted film, elevated by a remarkable lead performance from a local legend, Balinder Johal. Her portrayal is the emotional centre of the film, particularly in the way she embodies the lasting trauma of a memory that refuses to disappear. While the story draws on familiar territory, its value lies in the importance of continuing to bring these histories to the screen.

iSAFF 2026 : Excellence In Short Filmmaking - North America

HONORABLE MENTION - PORTRAIT
Our second honorable mention is an incredibly compelling and thought-provoking film that demonstrates just how much can be achieved with a simple setup and premise. The film is anchored by exceptional and complex performances that feel honest, intelligent, and deeply human. Beneath the conversation lies a sharp and timely exploration of empathy, social media validation, virtue signaling, and the desire to claim the moral high ground. It resonates long after the conversation ends.

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Julys and Junes and Septembers and Augusts. On 35mm.

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existing in the abyss.

Cameron Clay on metal for the Vagabond Archives.

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selfies, new cats, friendship, etc !

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❤️‍🩹 LOVE AND LET GO ❤️‍🩹

We’re excited to present Anatomy of a F*ckBoy, directed by Fatimah Asghar, as part of iSAFF 2026’s LOVE AND LET GO shorts program! 🎬

A sharp queer mockumentary about a young filmmaker who sets out to uncover the truth about a charming “f*ckboy”.

📅 Friday, September 25 ⏰ 10:30 AM 📍 Landmark Cinemas Surrey Guildford

🎟️ You shouldn’t miss this one at iSAFF 2026! Link in bio for passes!

#isaff2026 #filmfestival #southasiancinema #vancouverevents #film

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summer in panorama

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„Welcome Home“ is one of the first things I heard.

@blackstarfest you did it again. Pure magic. Pure power. Pure Love. I cannot stress enough how BlackStar has impacted my life. Nothing short but life changing. Like fr fr. The way I found my tribe, the way it inspires me and pushes me to be a better artist, a better cultural worker, a better person! Full of gratitude.
And every year I see old faces, that I’m excited to see again, and completely new faces, that I’m excited to connect with. Beautiful faces.

3 & 4: Black Lions - Roman Wolves by @hailegerima was again nothing short but life changing.
No words can describe or commemorate what I have witnessed. All I know is that everyone has to watch this 5 part series if they can. Invaluable lessons for all of us.
Arbegna. Arbegna. Arbegna.

5. @coyotefilm2026 represent at BlackStar. *AUUU AUUUUUUUU*

7. Sapphyre ❤️‍🔥

9. The Nigerian rom com we all needed @callofmylifefilm w/ @uzoamakapower

10. @mamadouofficiall doing his magic with Vis-À-Vis

11. 15 years of BlackStar. Cinema for Liberation.

12. An Incomplete Calendar - a different story of oil, not as a commodity but as political leverage that was used for the liberation struggles in Palestine and for building pan-Arab solidarity, a transnational project that was shattered by the triumph of neoliberal economics in the 1970s.

15. Sunday night in Philly: A group of people that didn’t want to leave each other 💔

16. thank goodness for the virtual screenings. Always a solace to extend BlackStar for a little bit back home.

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This past weekend, I went to #Philly and attended #BlackStarFilmFest. Congrats to @blackstarfest on celebrating 15 years!

Poster by : @polamaneli

#BSFF26 #CinemaForLiberation #ByIndieMeansNecessary

My second year attending the festival. Dope inspiring quote by the great Alice Walker

Good times and vibes!
Nice; inspiring weekend trip!

Here are my personal favorite films that I saw at this year’s #blackstarfest:

1.) “A Life in Art: Through the Eye of Dr. Leslie King Hammond” - Documentary Film
Dir: @benbakerlee

2.) “To Run Is To Return” - Narrative Short
Dir: @preciouswuraalabi

3.) “Jesus Is Coming (to Take the Church Away)” - Narrative Short
Dir: @cm.cly

4.) “The Keeper” - Narrative Short
Dirs: @tananarivedue; Steven Barnes

5.) “The Philadelphia Sensei: Lovett Hines”
- Documentary Short
Dir: @dtonevic

6.) “White Musk” - Narrative Short
Dir: Fatima Wardy

1.) “Vis-à-Vis” -Experimental Narrative Short
Dir: @mamadouofficiall

2.) “Homegoing” - Musical Short
Dirs: @dash_julie, @alsoanoperasinger

3.) “ChikaBOOM!!” - Animated Short
Dir: @c.craig___

4. “Scene Not Heard: Women in Philadelphia Hip Hop” - Documentary Film
Dir: @maorikarmael

5.) “A Different Image” - Narrative Film
Dir: @alilesharonlarkin

6.) “Fists of Mothers” - Narrative Short
Dir: @tchaiko

“When They’re Gone” - Narrative Short
Dirs: @raganhenderson, @bylaurynn

“Solace” - Animated Short
Dir.: @rodneybevans Black Star Film Festival

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Its the community for meee!

Another gorgeous @blackstarfest in the books. Saw so many incredible films and talks this weekend but truly its the community that gathered around this festival that takes my breath away. Amazing sharing space and being in community with you all. ✨️

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lil vinny - Ordinary (Official Music Video)

My Debut Single “Ordinary” Out Now!!!

All platforms.

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Starring @lil_vinny21
Directed by @drefidalgo
Edited by @cm.cly
Prod by @roku.mp3

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My debut single “Ordinary” out now!

Video out tomorrow 12PM EST

This single is from my project “The Five 5tages” which releases 08/21/26 really excited to share all this with y’all🙏🏽

Hope you enjoy

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Cover art ~ @drefidalgo

Photo ~ @cm.cly

Script ~ @brontetolentino

Beat provided by @roku.mp3

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